Modal verbs: should, shouldn't, can, don't have to - Sponsored Bike Ride

You look really tired. You ___ work today if you don't want to.

1. El hablante da permiso de no trabajar: ausencia de obligación.
2. "Don't have to" expresa que no es necesario hacer algo.
3. La cláusula "if you don't want to" confirma que es opcional.

You ___ go there alone, it's dangerous.

1. Se advierte un peligro: es un consejo negativo.
2. "Shouldn't" expresa recomendación de no hacer algo.
3. "Can" o "don't have to" no transmiten advertencia.

If you love animals, there are many things you ___ do.

1. Se habla de posibilidades u oportunidades disponibles.
2. "Can" expresa habilidad o posibilidad.
3. Los ejemplos (rescue center, vet) confirman opciones posibles.

If you see trash on the floor, you ___ pick it up and put it in the garbage can.

1. Se da una recomendación positiva de acción.
2. "Should" expresa consejo o recomendación.
3. El contexto ecológico refuerza la sugerencia.

Is it a good idea to do a sponsored bike ride for your school? Why?

Respuesta orientativa: Yes, it is a great idea because it promotes physical activity, teamwork and environmental awareness while raising money for a good cause. Students learn to organize events and help their community.

For what good purpose would you come up with to do a bike ride?

Respuesta orientativa: I would organize a bike ride to raise funds for an animal shelter or to plant trees in our neighborhood. The money could also help children in need at our school.

Do you usually do any sponsored activities at your school? Which?

Respuesta orientativa: Yes, sometimes our school organizes charity races, food drives or recycling campaigns. These activities help us support the community and protect the environment.